2022 Kia Ev6 Air — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,418 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Kia Ev6 Air, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 93.2% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (92.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 5.3% | 75 |
| 2 | Tyres | 3.8% | 54 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 0.9% | 12 |
| 4 | Other defects | 0.2% | 3 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.2% | 3 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.2% | 3 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 89 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 23 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 11 |
| 4 | Washers | 9 |
| 5 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 6 |
| 6 | Registration plates | 3 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 18.6% | 263 |
| 2 | Visibility | 5.2% | 74 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.1% | 58 |
| 4 | Brakes | 2.7% | 38 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.4% | 5 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.2% | 3 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 522 | 6.5% |
| 30-60k | 635 | 7.6% |
| 60-90k | 173 | 5.8% |
| 90-120k | 59 | 8.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 113 | 3.5% |
| 2024 | 192 | 6.8% |
| 2025 | 1,111 | 7.2% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Ev6 Air
Before buying a 2022 Kia Ev6 Air, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 5.3% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (5.3% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Tyres (3.8% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (0.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2022 Kia Ev6 Airs pass their MOT?
93.2% of the 1,418 2022 Kia Ev6 Air MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Kia Ev6 Air?
Visibility, recorded in 5.3% of tests, followed by tyres (3.8%).
Does the 2022 Ev6 Air get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.5% in the 0-30k band to 8.5% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,418 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.